2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 272 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
