2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Silverado | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |