2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 956 kg more than 2004 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 GMC Yukon (497 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XJ | Yukon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 497 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |