1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Ranger | XK8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |