2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | S-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |