1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | MK IX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
