2007 Ford Territory vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Territory | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5344 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
