1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
