1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Scorpio | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
