2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 115 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
