2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 373 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | S-Type | Cayman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |