1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 269 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
