2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
