2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (542 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Excursion | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
