2001 Nissan Laurel vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Laurel | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
Model | Laurel | S-Type |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |