2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 69 L |
