2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
