2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 301 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (525 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XJR | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
