2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 856 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 84 L |
