2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 720 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 86 L |
