2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Tahoe | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |