2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 268 kg more 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Ram | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2600 mm |