2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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 Mercury Capri, 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 (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XF | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
