2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 871 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
