2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 78 L |
