2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 294 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |
