1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
