2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon. 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
