1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 96 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Thunderbird | XK |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |