2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
