2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | X-Type | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 127 L |
