1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 371 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Dakota | XJ |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3157 mm |