2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
