1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 584 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XJS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
