2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 384 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (560 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2011 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2011 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | XJ | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 3.5 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 | 1734 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2795 mm |
