2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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 (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 799 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (509 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3032 mm |
