2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |
