2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar S-Type and 2007 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G5. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | S-Type | G5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
