1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
