2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 78 L |
