2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar XJ and 2004 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Ford Laser | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJ | Laser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |