2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (380 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
