2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 37 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dakota | XKA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
