1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 804 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Festiva | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
