2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
