1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK8 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
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 | 291 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |