2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 766 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJ | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |