2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 889 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
