1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 503 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Econoline | XJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3033 mm |
