1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 841 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XJS | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 114 L |
