2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar S-Type and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 503 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
