1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK | Suburban |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |