2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 329 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX 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 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | S-Type | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
