2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2005 Ford Maverick and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Maverick 2005 Jaguar XJ
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Maverick XJ
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2288 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 294 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 411 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1794 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 85 L


 

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