2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Jaguar | Saturn |
Model | XJ | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 411 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |