2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
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 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 708 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
| Model | S-Type | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
