1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 12 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
