1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 67 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
