2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
