1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 505 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
