2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 507 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar XF | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | XF | MC12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |