2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
