2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
