2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Express | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |