2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (488 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (435 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
