2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
