2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 181 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
