2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJ | Camaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |