2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 744 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
