2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XJ | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |