2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
