2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
