2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar S-Type and 2004 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
