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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 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.
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2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | S-Type | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
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 | 12.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |