2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 734 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
