2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
