2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 907 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
