2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2003 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotec |
| Model | S-Type | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
