1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XKR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4195 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 | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
