2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 599 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3032 mm |
