1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | F-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 115 L |