2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XJ | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3560 mm |
