2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1973 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Excursion | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |
