2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK8 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
