2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
