2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Colorado | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
