1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 181 L |
