2004 Ford Econovan vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Econovan | XJS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |