1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 10 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. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
