2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-350 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 75 L |
