2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Aveo 2009 Jaguar XJ
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Aveo XJ
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 3170 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 84 L


 

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