2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJ8 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
