2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 608 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Durango | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
