2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1535 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Excursion | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3033 mm |
