2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
