2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XK | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |