1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 249 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerostar | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3170 mm |
