1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 477 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Telstar | XJR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
