2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Vauxhall Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | S-Type | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2096 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |