2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 622 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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 (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | S-Type | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |
