2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sprinter | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 84 L |
