2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XK8 and 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK8 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |