2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Lincoln Zephyr were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Lincoln Zephyr are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | S-Type | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
