2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2752 mm |
