2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 4 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1606 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Excursion | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |
