2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Blazer | XJS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |