2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 4 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (227 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR2.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar S-Type 2009 Land Rover LR2
Make Jaguar Land Rover
Model S-Type LR2
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.8:1
Top Speed 235 km/hour 199 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm


 

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