1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XJR | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 83 L |
