2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
