2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3157 mm |
