2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 319 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XJ | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
