1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 280 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| 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 | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
