2007 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XK and 2007 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK. 2007 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Jaguar XK | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XK | Compass |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |