2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 675 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Charger | S-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |