2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | S-Type | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
