2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 71 L |
