2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJ | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |