2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-450 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
