2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 837 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XF | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
