2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
