2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
