2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (421 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
