1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
