2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Mark X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Mark X would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XJ6 | Mark X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
