1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 615 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
