2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XJR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
