2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Lumina | XK8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |