1999 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
