2006 Ford Escape vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jaguar XK weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
