2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Tahoe | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
