2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 726 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJ | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 98 L |