1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 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 1988 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 (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Festiva | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
