2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Colorado | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
