2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
