2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
