2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 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 XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | XJ | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 110 L |
