2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
