2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | S-Type | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |