1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJS. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1991 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1991 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJS | F-150 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3670 mm |