2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJ | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |
