1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 144 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
