2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Trans Sport | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |
