1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
