1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 464 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
