2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 359 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore. 1993 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | S-Type | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
