2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 553 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Econovan | XKR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
