2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 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. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |