2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-250. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-250.
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 F-250 (548 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
