2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 581 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |