1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (426 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
