2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
