2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (542 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK8. 2001 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2852 mm |
