2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 841 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | S-Type | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
