2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
