2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
