2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Ram 2005 Jaguar XJ
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Ram XJ
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5621 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 525 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.1:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2751 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 84 L


 

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