2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar XK and 2003 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Because 2003 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2003 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | XK | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
