1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 235 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XJR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
