2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |