2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Avalanche | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |