2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-150 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
