2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 180 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Explorer | XJR |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |