2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-150 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
