2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR.

Because 2005 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar XJR 2012 GMC Terrain
Make Jaguar GMC
Model XJR Terrain
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 554 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1708 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2858 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 68 L


 

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