2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (495 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-250 | XKA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
