2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 597 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Avalanche | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
