2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
