2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 597 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | S-Type | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |