2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (553 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
