2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
