2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 527 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Tahoe | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |