2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 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 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Five Hundred | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
