2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Transit Connect | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
