2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | FPV BF GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
