1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Indigo | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
