2012 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DBS | S-Type |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4719 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |