2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XF | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 78 L |
