1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Impala | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
