2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 627 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Ram | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |