2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
