2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XJ | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
