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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 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 213 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 (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 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 | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |