2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 548 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XJR |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |