2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 905 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Astro | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
