2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
