2008 Ford GT vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
