2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |