2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Jaguar XK

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK. 2007 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2007 Jaguar XK
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Ram XK
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 294 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 60 L


 

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