2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 208 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.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
