1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Thunderbird | XJ |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |