2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
