2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | S-Type | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |