1998 Ford Laser vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 739 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Laser 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Laser XJ
Year Released 1998 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 1884 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5127 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3032 mm


 

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