2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1140 mm |