2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJ | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
