2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 296 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (560 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Astro | XJ |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 84 L |