2009 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Savana | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
