2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XKR | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
