2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XK8 | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |