2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 77 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Blackhawk | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2880 mm |
