2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle and 2006 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Freestyle | S-Type |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |