1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
