2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 643 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
