1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 228 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJS | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1978 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 |
