2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 279 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | S-Type | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 574 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |