1999 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Impala and 1999 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1999 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Impala | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
