2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | S-Type | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
