2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 (411 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | S-Type | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
