2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 X-Type (366 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
