2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 872 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XJR | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
