2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Ram | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
