2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Freestar | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
