2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
