2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 489 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
