2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |