2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
