2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
