2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 805 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK8 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |