2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1156 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
Model | XK | 62 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 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 | 1720 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |