2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-150 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
