2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 476 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |