2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F430 | XJ |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |