2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | S-Type | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
