2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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, 2005 Ford Escape, 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 (411 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
