1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 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), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 870 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | S-Type | Express |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 117 L |