2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 50 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 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Ram | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
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 | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |