2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK8 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 150 L |