1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. Both 1995 Ford Explorer and 1999 Jaguar XK are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
