2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 458 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Flex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
