2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | S-Type | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
