1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Intrepid | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
