2006 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | MDX | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 69 L |
