2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 554 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJ | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5252 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
