2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | S-Type | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
