2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 123 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sprinter | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
