2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 73 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | S-Type | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
