2010 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Aston Martin DBS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Aston Martin DBS would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (464 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin DBS | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DBS | XJ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4722 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
