2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
