2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 2 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | XK | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |
