2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
