2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 596 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XJR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
