2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
