2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Equinox | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
