2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XK |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |