1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 312 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Scorpio | XJR |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |