1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Roadmaster | S-Type |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |