2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ. 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, both vehicles can yield 411 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
