2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 441 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | SSR | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
