2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
