2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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 (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
