1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 564 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Indigo | S-Type |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |