2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 494 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
