2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Freestar | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
