2000 Ford Contour vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 6 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 121 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Contour | XJR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 81 L |
