2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 473 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | X-Type | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
