2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1561 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
