2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 6 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 406 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 390 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | S-Type | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2795 mm |
