2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Expedition | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
