2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
