1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 136 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon. 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
