2012 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XF | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XF | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
