1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 569 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
