2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
