2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 2005 Jaguar XJ
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Cobalt XJ
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 435 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1659 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 85 L


 

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