1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 634 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-150 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
