2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 849 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Tahoe | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
