2002 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XK | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
