2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
