2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Expedition | XJS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |