2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-350 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
