2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
