2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (392 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 395 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430. 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 483 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
