2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-150 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 87 L |
