2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Jeep | Jaguar |
Model | Liberty | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |