2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Suburban | XK8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |