2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XF. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
