2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-250 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3441 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 63 L |
