2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
