2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-250. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-250.
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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 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 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | S-Type | F-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |