2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
