2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |