2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XJR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
