2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TL-50 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | TL-50 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
