2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 343 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | S-Type | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |