2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (231 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
