2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Venture | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |
