2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJR | Charger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3053 mm |