1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | Vanden Plas | Flex |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2995 mm |