2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford GT 500 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
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 GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford GT 500 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 500 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
