2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar X-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 199 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | X-Type | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 427 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
