2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 571 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XKR | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |