2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar S-Type and 2007 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 235 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Kangoo, 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | S-Type | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 18.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |