2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK 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 2001 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-350 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
