2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Excursion | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
