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 (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
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 | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
