2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2007 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lacetti | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
