2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
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 F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | F-150 | XJS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |