2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 2002 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XKR | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
