1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XJR | Liberty |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 74 L |