1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 967 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XK | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
