2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (553 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
Model | XK | DBS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 569 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |