2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar S-Type and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 Peugeot 407, 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 (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | S-Type | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
