2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 603 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taurus | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |
