1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 97 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jaguar XK | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XK | Charger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |