2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | S-Type | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 687 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |