2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 198 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Durango (447 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
