2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 554 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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 (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | S-Type | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
