2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK8 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |