2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 402 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XK8 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |