2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | S-Type | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |