2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJ | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
