1991 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 423 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Granada | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XKR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
