2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 798 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise 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 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | S-Type | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| 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 | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
