2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 718 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
