2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 417 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XKA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
