2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
