2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 2010 Jaguar XF. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
