2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 1997 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
