2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 698 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Tahoe | XKR |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |