2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Colorado | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
