2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 143 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
