2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XJ | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |