2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2009 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2096 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
