1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |
