1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 240 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 2013 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2752 mm |
