1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | E Type | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
