1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Caprice | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |