2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | S-Type | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |