2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XK8 and 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XK8 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |