2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Freestar | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
