2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Statesman | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Statesman | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |