2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Suburban XJ
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 352 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 11.7 L/100km


 

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