1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Jaguar XK | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK | Camaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |