2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF 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 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Five Hundred | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
