2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Because 2002 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 2002 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |
