2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-250 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
