2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | S-Type | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
