2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-350 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
