2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (441 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Yukon 2005 Jaguar X-Type
Make GMC Jaguar
Model Yukon X-Type
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 287 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 279 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 80 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1647 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2720 mm


 

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