2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Ram | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |