2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 359 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XK | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 290 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
