2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
