1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 583 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
