2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 794 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Expedition | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
