2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. Both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2009 Jaguar S-Type are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
