1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-250 | XK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
