2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
