1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 298 kg more than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Crown Victoria | XF |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2909 mm |