2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3040 mm |
