2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
Model | XK | F430 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 95 L |