2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XF. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |