2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 796 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Acadia | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |