2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJ | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
