2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3157 mm |
