1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
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 F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2909 mm |
