2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | E-150 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |