1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | S-Type |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |