1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Festiva | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
