1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 169 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Aerostar | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
