2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 464 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
