2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 186 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
