2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
