2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50.
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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | TE-50 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
