2000 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XK | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |