2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK 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 100 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 233 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | F430 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
