2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 148 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | S-Type | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |