2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
