2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
