2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | S-Type | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 427 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
