2004 Ford GT vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT 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 190 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |