2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar S-Type and 2006 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | S-Type | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |