1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 91 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Astro | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2752 mm |
