2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 736 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
