2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Sprinter | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
