2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
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 Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jaguar XJS. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1984 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1984 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
