2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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 Peugeot 407, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407. 2005 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | S-Type | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |