2011 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2011 Jaguar XF and 2011 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 879 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF 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 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka, 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XF | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XF | Ka |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
