1994 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon 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 186 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Falcon. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XKR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
