1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 142 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |