2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | TrailBlazer | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |