1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-250 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
