2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XKR | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
