2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 718 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Expedition | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 85 L |