1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 76 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XJR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
