2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 161 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Colorado | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
