1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 773 kg more than 1997 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jaguar XK | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK | Express |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |