2008 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 1 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Edge | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
