2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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 (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Challenger | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
