2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (368 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 68 kg more 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XK | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |