2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 405 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |