2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | S-Type | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
