2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (222 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 624 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
