2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 122 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | S-Type | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
