2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 786 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJR has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Expedition | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 81 L |
