2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 915 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | S-Type | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
