2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XKR | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
