2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 707 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ 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 2001 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJ | Edge |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3505 mm |