1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 276 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | 240 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
