2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 868 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-350 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
