2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 304 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XF. (500 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XF. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 612 | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
