2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 727 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XF | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
