1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 1998 Ford Telstar and 1998 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 562 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 1998 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar, 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Telstar | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Telstar | XJR |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |