2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 25 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
