1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 1999 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | S-Type | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
