2000 Ford Artic vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 432 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Artic | XJS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
