2010 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 212 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Jaguar XK | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1696 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1328 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |