2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar X-Type 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Jaguar Chevrolet
Model X-Type Silverado
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 413 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2024 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 5222 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3022 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 98 L


 

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