2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XJ | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
