2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | S-Type | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
