1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 93 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJS | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
