1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 375 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Intrepid | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3157 mm |
