2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
