1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XJR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3170 mm |
