2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
