2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Dakota | XJR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |