2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ferrari |
| Model | XF | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 105 L |
