2006 Acura TL vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 159 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | TL | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
