2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
