2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 920 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
