2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Charger and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
