2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
