2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 554 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XKR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
