2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (201 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 69 L |
