2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
