2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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 Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
