2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 304 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
