1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |