2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Marcos TS500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Marcos TS500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (436 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJ | TS500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2300 mm |
