2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Jaguar XK

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum and 2008 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK.

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 Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Magnum 2008 Jaguar XK
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Magnum XK
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6058 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 71 L


 

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