2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
Model | XK | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |