2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (383 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
