1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 663 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
