1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 815 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJR | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 106 L |
