2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 491 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
