2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | S-Type | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |