2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | S-Type | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
