2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 468 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sprinter | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
