2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJ | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
