2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 161 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Magnum | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
