2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Freestar | XJR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3170 mm |
