2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 727 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
