2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 XJ6 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Econovan | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
