2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
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 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (541 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJ | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3967 mm |
