2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Five Hundred | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
