2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 209 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
