2005 Chrysler LHS vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler LHS and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler LHS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler LHS | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | LHS | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
