2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 498 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-150 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
