2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJ8 (380 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XJ8 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3043 mm |
