2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Excursion | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 84 L |
