2005 Ford GT vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 493 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
