2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8

To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 67 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.

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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Magnum 2002 Jaguar XK8
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Magnum XK8
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 90.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 16.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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