2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
