2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jaguar XJ | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XJ | Terrain |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5252 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |