2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
