2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 482 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |