2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | E-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 125 L |