2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 977 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | X-Type | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
