1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 818 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-Type | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 117 L |
