2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 553 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Jaguar |
| Model | Phantom | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 455 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
