2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3157 mm |
