1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 659 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2752 mm |
