2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 53 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
