2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
