2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XKR | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 136 L |
