2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar S-Type and 2007 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon, 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | S-Type | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 293 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |