1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (222 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 322 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
