2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. 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 (411 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Commodore | S-Type |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 411 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |