2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK8. 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK8 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
