1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 519 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
