2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escape | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 391 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
