1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Scorpio | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
