2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 47 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
