2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Charger | XF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |