2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 763 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| 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 | 972 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
