1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
