2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. 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 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Statesman | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Statesman | S-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |