2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
