2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Because 2004 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2004 Jaguar X-Type
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Charger X-Type
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 82 L


 

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