1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, both 1999 Jaguar S-Type and 1999 Nissan Serena were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1999 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Serena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
