1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Crown Victoria | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
