2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna, 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 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | S-Type | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
