2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 158 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XF | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
