2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 238 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Envoy | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2752 mm |
