1991 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 833 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XKR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
