2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Suburban | XK8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |