2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
