2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
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 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (515 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK8 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |