2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |
