2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
