2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Magnum | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
