2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
