2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJ | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |