2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 878 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escape | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2752 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |