2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XJ8 and 2002 Ford Explorer 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 XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJ8 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |