2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2003 Jaguar XK 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 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XK | Villager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
