2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | FPV BF GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 2105 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3157 mm |
