2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (498 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |