2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Equator | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Suzuki | Jaguar |
Model | Equator | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |