2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | S-Type | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |