2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 602 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Expedition | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 77 L |
