2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | XKR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
