2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2012 Jaguar XJ and 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Jaguar XJ 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Jaguar Jeep
Model XJ Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 238 HP
Torque 600 Nm 410 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5127 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1895 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1456 mm 1755 mm
Wheelbase Size 3157 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 80 L


 

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