2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-350 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
