2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Ford Kuga and 2009 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Kuga 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:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Kuga | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
