2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | S-Type | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
