1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XKR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
