1999 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 484 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1999 Ford Escort | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escort | XJS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |