2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 691 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | S-Type | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
