2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. Both 2004 Jaguar XJ and 2006 Jaguar S-Type are equipped with a 4,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
