2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 233 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | S-Type | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |