1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Galaxy | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
