2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2004 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 2004 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XKR | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |